2025 ACSA Region 16 Student Services Administrator of the Year. With 30 years of service, over a decade in ACSA, and a legacy rooted in both cultural pride and districtwide advocacy, Brenda has dedicated her life to helping students become the best versions of themselves.
Born in Nicaragua and raised in LA Unified, Brenda shares this recognition with the many school teams, colleagues, and family members who’ve helped shape her path. Her leadership philosophy is clear: true leadership happens behind the scenes, in quiet persistence, fueled not by glory—but by love, purpose, and community.
💼 School Counseling Services Administrator, LAUSD
📅 30 Years of Service | ACSA Member 10+ Years
🌎 First-Gen Immigrant Leader | LAUSD Alum Parent
🌟 2025 Pupil Services Administrator of the Year
✨ Watch this heartfelt reflection from a leader who understands that when you lift others—students, staff, and systems—you leave a legacy that echoes for generations.
“Leadership is being the quiet force behind the scenes, allowing others to take credit for the ideas—as long as the work gets done.” – Brenda Pensamiento
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